Professor of Marketing

The University of Waikato is seeking a visionary Professor of Marketing to join its highly regarded Waikato Management School. Located in stunning Tauranga, this is an opportunity to lead and inspire in a vibrant, inclusive environment that values creativity, innovation, and partnership.As Professor of Marketing, you will be a clear leader in your field, known internationally for impactful, high-quality research that influences both the discipline and professional practice.The role involves providing academic leadership in a number of key areas:Leading a world-class research program with high-impact outputs and securing significant external research funding.Mentoring colleagues and supervising PhD students to build a thriving research culture.Enhancing the University's reputation both nationally and internationally through keynote addresses, editorial positions, and high-profile collaborations.Developing and delivering innovative, research-led teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.The Waikato Management School is one of New Zealand’s leading business schools, with a strong international reputation for research, teaching, and engagement. The School is committed to advancing innovative and impactful scholarship, supporting student success, and fostering strong links with industry, iwi, government, and international partners.This permanent position is based in Tauranga, offering the perfect blend of a stimulating academic career and a high-quality lifestyle in a beautiful coastal city. The University of Waikato provides a vibrant and inclusive environment with a strong commitment to global engagement and community impact.We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in Marketing or a closely related field and a sustained, internationally recognised record of high-quality research and publications. You should have a proven track record of supervising PhD students to completion, attracting external research funding, and demonstrating academic leadership through roles like editorial positions or leadership in professional associations. The ideal candidate will also have a strong ability to work effectively with staff and students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.If you're an inspiring academic leader who is ready to make significant strategic impact, we encourage you to apply.This recruitment process is managed by Sheffield Search. To apply in strict confidence, please email your cover letter and CV to cvwlg@sheffield.co.nz quoting 8946, or apply at: https://sheffield.co.nz/Job-SearchFor more information, please see the candidate booklet or contact Patrick Rooney on +64 21 458 362 or email: patrick.rooney@sheffield.co.nzApplications close on 20 October 2025, 5pm.